All Obituaries

Dora Jean Sette, 95 of Canal Fulton, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Sette. Private Services will be held for the family with inurnment at SS Philip & James Catholic Church Cemetery.

Elizabeth Jane Drexler, 90, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2020 at her home in Venice, FL. Born on September 9, 1929 in Akron, Ohio, Jane loved traveling and considered herself fortunate to be able do so extensively. She was gifted in her skills of sewing and yarn work and found pleasure in donating her creations to charity. Her greatest enjoyment came from her family and the many fun-filled gatherings both in Ohio and Florida. Her smile, her laugh and her quick witticisms will be dearly...

Elva W. Slaven, 95 of New Franklin, passed away peacefully at Rose Lane Health Center. Born to the late Virgil and Goldie (Long) Estep, she had been an area resident all of her life. Elva had a strong faith in God, a strong devotion to her family, loved and had pride in her grandchildren. She liked candy (especially salt water taffy) and  potato chips. She enjoyed shopping at the "proper" stores and arguing with Bill. She loved her pets, all animals, drinking black coffee,...

James R. Anderson, 75 of North Lawrence passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, following complications from heart disease. Jim was born September 8, 1944 in Twin Falls, Idaho, to the late James Howard and Evelyn (Davis) Anderson. Jim grew up in Burley, Idaho, and graduated from high school in 1962. He received an AA from New Mexico Military Institute and attended the University of Colorado at Boulder. Jim moved to Ohio with a college friend and found his home. More importantly, he found the love...

James Robert Stewart, 78 years old, of Canal Fulton, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 15, 2020. James was born in Hackensack, New Jersey on January 29, 1942. He was previously employed at General Motors and General Electric in NJ and a heavy equipment operator in AL. His entire life he was an avid fisherman and cherished spending time with his family. He was proud to be lieutenant of the Rahway, NJ First Aid Squad. James received the Citizen of the Year award from Canal Fulton in 2010 for...

William Frederick Miller Sr., “Papa”, 88 of New Franklin was peacefully called home to the Lord to reunite with his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Louise. William was born in Wheatland, PA on 9/18/1931 to the late Elizabeth Baker and Earl Miller. He was a hardworking, honorable man all of his life. William was Staff Sergeant in the Army where he served his country from 1951-1954. He then moved his family to the Akron area in 1957, where he began his career as a Graphic Arts...

Shirley A. Blagg, age 70 of Canal Fulton, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020. Shirley was born in Ravenna and had been a resident of Canal Fulton for 43 years. She was a bank manager most of her career. She was a member of the Red Hats Society, VFW Auxiliary and SS Philip and James Catholic Church. Shirley enjoyed being a sports mom to her kids. She loved to socialize and spend time with family and friends. Shirley is remembered by many as full of laughter, smiles and happiness. Shirley was...

James “Jim” Carl Hiltbrand, age 81 of Canal Fulton, Ohio, went home peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior Thursday, May 7, 2020, after a long and courageous battle with Cancer.  Jim was born on July 10, 1938, to the late Carl and Wilma (Hoover) Hiltbrand. He was a member of Rivertree Christian Church, where he had many friends and loved serving.  A graduate of Northwest High School’s Class of 1956, Jim worked at Mohawk Rubber Company and retired from the City...

Naomi Mae (Casto) Confere, 69 of Akron, went peacefully to Heaven Wednesday, May 6, 2020 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease complicated by Covid 19. She was born April 4, 1951 in West Virginia to the late Elmore and Ada Casto. She had been a member of the Canal Fulton Baptist Church from where she had many special memories. Naomi cherished the times spent with those she loved. She was preceded in death by husband, John Confere. Naomi is survived by her longtime loving...

Daniel Joseph Basil, age 72 of Akron, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2020. He was born in Akron, OH on November 13, 1947 to the late Joseph and Lucille (Samaco) Basil. After high school graduation he was hired as a welder for the Babcock and Wilcox Corportation where he was a dedicated employee for 46 years. He was an avid, lifelong hunter and fisherman who appreciated the outdoors. His ornery, innocent humor was enjoyed by everyone and he was dearly loved by all. He will be deeply missed...